Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Oshkosh

Affordability in Oshkosh

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Oshkosh is $935 per month, the median household income is $62,188 per year, and roughly 45% of residents rent their homes. These figures provide context for evaluating how assisted housing in the city compares to the broader local market.

Safety

According to the Oshkosh Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Oshkosh had a violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Oshkosh

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Oshkosh rates 27 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 35 (Some Transit) for transit, and 56 for bikeability. Most errands will require a car, though some bus service and reasonable bike infrastructure are available.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 22 public schools across 2 districts serve Oshkosh, including 12 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 3 other schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Oshkosh

The median household income in Oshkosh is $62,188 per year, and the median gross rent is $935 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. About 45% of Oshkosh households rent their homes.

Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs exceed what their budget allows. Oshkosh has 13 HUD-assisted properties with 632 total units across the city.

Environment

All 13 HUD-assisted properties in Oshkosh have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.